Iron is one of the main elements found in the Earth's inner core, which is characterized by extremely high temperatures and pressures. Determining how iron behaves in these extreme conditions could thus help to advance the current understanding of our

Land clearing for nickel mines is causing a more severe threat to the climate than initially thought, a study led by a University of Queensland researcher has found.

A study provides compelling new evidence that a colossal "megaflood" refilled the Mediterranean Sea, ending a period during which the Mediterranean was a vast expanse of salt flats. The research suggests the Zanclean Megaflood ended the Messinian Salinity Crisis, which

The shape of you.

"These glaciers are shrinking faster than ever."

Ancient genomes reveal the integration of genetically distinct groups within the early medieval Avar society in the Vienna Basin, Austria. Research that brought together expertise from multiple disciplines has revealed that genes and culture do not necessarily align. The latest

New research suggests that commonly used medications like antibiotics, antivirals, and anti-inflammatories could lower the risk of dementia. This new study leverages data from over 130 million people, indicating that repurposing these drugs might fast-track effective treatments and alleviate the

Breakthrough Optical Atomic Clock Sets New Accuracy Record in Quest to Redefine the Second The next generation of atomic clocks operates using laser frequencies, which “tick” approximately 100,000 times faster than the microwave frequencies used in today’s cesium clocks –

Recent findings indicate that the Arctic’s traditional role as a planetary cooling agent is faltering, with hotspots and wildfires nearly nullifying its carbon storage capabilities. A detailed study spanning three decades reveals a shift towards a more carbon-emitting Arctic, due

The killer ingredient.

Everything has changed.

What's it up to?

In this photograph astronaut and STS-113 mission specialist John B. Herrington, (center frame), participates in the mission's third spacewalk. The forward section of the Space Shuttle Endeavour is in right frame.

This could explain a lot.